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Sevai

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Sevai, also known by names such as shavige, semiya and santhakai depending on region, is a rice vermicelli dish popular in India. It is typically made from rice, though varieties made from other grains such as wheat and ragi are also found.

Facts
Origin Period, From (Year)
from 1025 1
Origin Region
India 1
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In Cuisine

Source Wikipedia, Sevai

Uses Ingredient

Rice, Ingredients
Source Wikipedia, Sevai
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Source Wikipedia, Sevai
Sources
1. Wikipedia, Sevai
  • Infobox, country
    India
  • History
    Lokopakara (1025 CE) a cookbook in Kannada also mentions method of making sevai and a mold-presser used for it.
  • Uses Ingredient: Rice, Infobox main_ingredient field: Rice
  • In Cuisine: Indian Cuisine, Lead section
    is a type of rice vermicelli dish popular in India
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